Thanks for using the Bible in Basic English and for providing a link to the chapter to provide easy access to context.
Both the Bible in Basic English and Basic English itself are too much neglected treasures that can provide information in what is correct English to those whose knowledge of the language is limited. Like many of those here and abroad with access to the web today.
What many do not realize is that the Bible in Basic English is direct translation from the Greek and Hebrew by highly qualified scholars. Basic English is the product of a linguistic genius. It is both a subset of English with a limited vocabulary and word senses. And a complete language in its own right, capable of transmitting quite precise meanings in a wordy and sometimes clumsy way.
For the skilled speaker of English, the Bible in Basic English provides a way to speed read while retaining most of the thought.
For children, I prefer the New Life Study Testament. Making the language simple as in Basic English does not bring concepts learned later in life to a child's understanding. And copious study helps are a significant advantage.
